What are the main factors that influence a Mechanical Project Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Mechanical Project Engineer's salary?

A Mechanical Project Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Mechanical Project Engineer (0-2 years)earns $87,881, a Project Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $100,061, a Project Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $119,230, a Project Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $136,405, a Project Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $160,103,

What are the highest paying states for a Mechanical Project Engineer?

Mechanical Project Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mechanical Project Engineer roles are District of Columbia $93,731, California $93,376, Massachusetts $92,131. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mechanical Project Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Mechanical Project Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Expert Mechanical Engineer: $148,690; Mechanical Engineer V: $148,616; Mechanical Engineer Project Manager: $129,583; Project Lead Mechanical Engineer: $127,878; Mechanical Product Engineer III: $109,263.

Mechanical Project Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Mechanical Project Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mechanical Project Engineer in Hawaii is $88,483 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Mechanical Project Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,111
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,765 to $96,663
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,828

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Mechanical Project Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,663	$8,055	$1,859	$46
Average	$88,483	$7,374	$1,702	$43
25th Percentile	$79,765	$6,647	$1,534	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Mechanical Project Engineer Salaries

A Mechanical Project Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Mechanical Project Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mechanical Project Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $87,881
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,061
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,230
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,405
Expert (over 8 years): $160,103

Levels	Salary
Mechanica... Level Mechanical Project Engineer	$87,881
Project E... Level Mechanical Project Engineer	$100,061
Project E... Level Mechanical Project Engineer	$119,230
Project E... Level Mechanical Project Engineer	$136,405
Project E... Level Mechanical Project Engineer	$160,103

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How Do Mechanical Project Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Mechanical Project Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $93,731.
California: $93,376.
Massachusetts: $92,131.

District of Columbia $93,731 California $93,376 Massachusetts $92,131 Washington $91,793 New Jersey $91,759 Alaska $91,640 Connecticut $90,472 New York $89,998

Hawaii $88,483 Rhode Island $87,772 Maryland $87,289 Minnesota $86,629 Colorado $86,375 Illinois $86,290 Oregon $85,968 Delaware $85,731

New Hampshire $85,582 Virginia $85,249 Pennsylvania $84,275 Nevada $83,784 North Dakota $83,623 Michigan $83,369 Wisconsin $83,276 Vermont $83,090

Texas $82,574 Maine $82,540 Arizona $82,489 Ohio $82,430 Georgia $81,651 Indiana $81,261 Wyoming $81,185 Utah $81,067

Iowa $81,016 Kansas $80,610 Louisiana $80,491 North Carolina $80,449 Missouri $80,432 Florida $80,102 Montana $79,924 Nebraska $79,755

Kentucky $79,661 South Carolina $79,323 Tennessee $79,111 Idaho $79,027 New Mexico $78,409 Oklahoma $78,273 Alabama $77,774 South Dakota $76,936

Arkansas $76,478 West Virginia $76,233 Mississippi $75,496

Top Paying Cities for Mechanical Project Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $88,034
Anahola: $87,441
Captain Cook: $87,441

Aiea, HI $88,034 Anahola, HI $87,441 Captain Cook, HI $87,441 Eleele, HI $87,441 Ewa Beach, HI $88,034 Kapolei, HI $87,839 Haiku, HI $87,441 Hakalau, HI $87,441

Haleiwa, HI $87,441 Hana, HI $87,441 Hanalei, HI $87,441 Hanamaulu, HI $87,441 Hanapepe, HI $87,441 Hauula, HI $87,636 Hawaii National Park, HI $87,441 Hawi, HI $87,441

Hilo, HI $87,441 Princeville, HI $87,441 Holualoa, HI $87,441 Honaunau, HI $87,441 Honokaa, HI $87,441 Honomu, HI $87,441 Hoolehua, HI $87,441 Kaaawa, HI $87,797

Kahuku, HI $87,441 Kahului, HI $87,441 Kailua, HI $88,034 Ocean View, HI $87,441 Waikoloa, HI $87,441 Keauhou, HI $87,441 Kailua Kona, HI $87,441 Kalaheo, HI $87,441

Kalaupapa, HI $87,441 Kamuela, HI $87,441 Kaneohe, HI $88,034 Kapaa, HI $87,441 Kaumakani, HI $87,441 Kaunakakai, HI $87,441 Keaau, HI $87,441 Kealakekua, HI $87,441

Kealia, HI $87,441 Kekaha, HI $87,441 Kihei, HI $87,441 Kilauea, HI $87,441 Kapaau, HI $87,441 Koloa, HI $87,441 Kualapuu, HI $87,441 Kunia, HI $87,755

Kurtistown, HI $87,441 Lahaina, HI $87,441 Laie, HI $87,518 Lanai City, HI $87,441 Laupahoehoe, HI $87,441 Lawai, HI $87,441 Lihue, HI $87,441 Makawao, HI $87,441

Makaweli, HI $87,441 Maunaloa, HI $87,441 Mountain View, HI $87,441 Naalehu, HI $87,441 Ninole, HI $87,441 Ookala, HI $87,441 Paauilo, HI $87,441 Pahala, HI $87,441

Pahoa, HI $87,441 Paia, HI $87,441 Papaaloa, HI $87,441 Papaikou, HI $87,441 Pearl City, HI $88,034 Pepeekeo, HI $87,441 Puunene, HI $87,441 Volcano, HI $87,441

Wahiawa, HI $87,755 Pukalani, HI $87,441 Mililani, HI $87,873 Kula, HI $87,441 Waialua, HI $87,441 Waianae, HI $87,518 Wailuku, HI $87,441 Waimanalo, HI $88,034

Waimea, HI $87,441 Waipahu, HI $87,992 Honolulu, HI $88,034 J B P H H, HI $88,034 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $87,797 Schofield Barracks, HI $87,721 Fort Shafter, HI $88,034 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $88,034

Camp H M Smith, HI $88,034 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $87,992 Wake Island, HI $88,034

Mechanical Project Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mechanical Project Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

$79,765

Average $88,483/year

$96,663

$6,647

Average $7,374/month

$8,055

$1,534

Average $1,702/week

$1,859

$38

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,663	$8,055	$1,859	$46
Average	$88,483	$7,374	$1,702	$43
25th Percentile	$79,765	$6,647	$1,534	$38

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